1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 722 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Sienna |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |